Medical articles of Colitis

31/03/2022
Mr Talvinder Gill
Colorectal Surgeon
All you need to know about J-pouch surgery
J-pouch surgery can offer patients with serious bowel disease, such as ulcerative colitis improved outcomes and a life without the need for a stoma. Renowned consultant colorectal surgeon Mr Talvinder Gill gives a detailed guide to J-pouch surgery in this informative article and describes how he employs a single incision technique to improve safety in his practice.
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09/05/2019
Mr Richard Lovegrove
Colorectal Surgeon
What does an Ileal pouch or J-pouch surgery involve?
Ileal pouch surgery is mostly used to treat ulcerative colitis, or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) when removal of the colon and rectum is required but the patient wishes to avoid a permanent ileostomy. Colorectal surgeon, Mr Richard Lovegrove gives us a detailed guide about what an ileal pouch operation entails and how it's different to an ileostomy.
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05/12/2017
Dr Michael Mendall
Gastroenterologist
Ulcerative colitis: Ask an expert – a Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week Special
It's Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week and renowned London-based gastroenterologist, Dr Michael Mendall, is here to give us the facts about ulcerative colitis.
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12/09/2017
Dr Michael Glynn
Gastroenterologist
What happens during a colonoscopy?
Leading gastroenterologist Dr Michael Glynn, explains all about the colonoscopy procedure, what it tests for, and what preparation you need to make before the procedure.
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04/09/2017
Professor Stuart Bloom
Gastroenterologist
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): everything you need to know about Crohn’s disease and colitis
Inflammatory bowel disease affects thousands of people, but it can be confusing. What is the difference between IBD and IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)? What are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? Top Doctors interviews expert Dr Stuart Bloom, who explains everything you need to know about IBD
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05/07/2017
Dr Carlo Nunes
Gastroenterologist
5 tips on living with ulcerative colitis
In this informative guide for patients, revered consultant physician and gastroenterologist Dr Carlo Nunes shares five lifestyle tips for patients living with ulcerative colitis on how to best manage their condition.